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Frequently Asked Questions

Sport Clubs

Contact the Recreational Sports Department to make a formal application. The pre-requisites are to serve, at least, 1 year as a Registered Student Organization (RSO) under the guidance of the Student Engagement Leadership Center. In addition, the prospective club must also meet all University guidelines and procedures.

Only current, active students are permitted to participate in clubs.

The Recreational Sports Department (RSD) will decide on the appropriate number of sport clubs to sanction based on available staff, facilities, and funds.

Outdoor Adventure Programs

Yes, Located in Room 016 you can find the Outdoor Adventure Rental Area, <hyper link to our OAP rental page> here you can find anything from: Sleeping Bags, Tents, Stoves, etc.

Yes, located behind the Student Recreation Center, available upon reservation for an organized group of 10 or more. The challenge course is open to UTEP students, staff & faculty, Not for Profit organizations and corporate groups. Cost is based on type of program you are requesting and total amount of participants.

Reservations can be made via email or phone, contact the Outdoor Adventure Coordinator at recsports@utep.edu or (915) 747-5103

OAP Trips are open to Currently Enrolled Students who have paid the Recreational Fee. Faculty and Staff who are members of the Student Recreation Center and Current Faculty and Staff who are not Student Recreation Center Members. For more information you can contact Mike Espinoza at (915) 747-5103

  • The fee applied to the OAP Trips cover the following:
  • Transportation to and from the destination
  • Park and Campsite Fees (If applicable)
  • All in-camp food (If applicable)
  • All specialized equipment needed for the trip
  • All camping and camp equipment (If applicable)
  • It does NOT include
  • Any traveling meals
  • Souvenir purchases
  • Any other expenditure that you would like to make. 

The Climbing Gym can be utilized by Currently Enrolled Students who have paid the Recreational Fee. It is also open to Student Recreation Center Members such as current Faculty and Staff and Alumni. Unfortunately, no “Guests” are allowed in the Climbing Gym. 

The belay class is designed to teach the baseline of climbing gym equipment, usage and safety guidelines. The class is free of charge and all of the equipment is lent out free of charge. Even though the class is not mandatory for users. We highly encourage participants to attend the class especially those new to a climbing environment. Keep in mind that passing a Belay Test is Mandatory before utilizing the Pinnacle.

Each Semester everyone must take a new Belay Test in order to utilize the Pinnacle. A waiver must also be signed every semester in order to access the Climbing Gym

The Belay Class is free of charge and all equipment is lent out free of charge. The total class size is of 12 participants so arrive early to secure your spots. The times and dates can be found here 

Intramurals

  • Go to the SRC Online Portal
  • 1. Sign In with UTEP SSO
  • 2. Click the Intramural icon
  • 3. Join a League sport!

Before the captain’s meeting. Payment can ONLY be done with a credit/debit card. Payment for team sports/events are per team entry. For individual events, payment is per person.

Games are posted on imleagues.com for the whole season.

Tournament dates are also posted.

The last week of the Regular Season

You do not need be certified to be part of the intramural refs. In-house trainings are given to prepare you for each specific sport. Please see Employment to apply.

Aquatics

As long as the swimsuit is made out of spandex, lycra, elastane, Nylon, or a combination of the aforementioned, there is no issue with the swimsuit. We, however, do NOT allow any cotton material in the pool as it affects our filtration system. Thank you for asking and visit us soon!

Yes, we highly recommend that you shower before entering the water as it helps maintain the cleanliness and chemical balance in the pool. Thank you for asking and visit us soon! 

The diving boards are typically opened during the weekends per request by a group of 4 or more people. The diving boards will not be opened, however, when there is high traffic in the competitive pool (aquatic supervisor’s discretion used). Thank you for asking and visit us soon!

There is training equipment that is available for use in the pool building. We, however, do not provide nor lend out swimming-caps nor swimming goggles. The items that are available for use on a first-come, first-served basis are: Pool buoys, float jog belts, swimming fins, water-weights, and recreational balls. Thank you for asking and visit us soon!

The UTEP Student Recreation Center offers a variety of areas that can be used within the swimming facility. We recommend that you stay in areas that are comfortable enough in depth for you and are compatible with your swimming abilities. We highly recommend that you take classes to learn to swim in order to be cognizant of the swimming etiquette and safety recommendations of swimming facilities. 

Below are some of the features that make the Student Recreation Center’s swimming facility unique:

  • Recreational Pool: Depth range (0ft - 4ft6in) ADA Access 
  • Zero Entry:
  • There is a zero-entry area that gradually increases in depth from 0ft to 4ft6in. This area is popular with children, elder patrons, and provides easier access for patrons with injuries or requiring accommodations.
  • Swimming Lanes:
  • The recreational area offers 5 swimming lanes that range in depth from 3ft6in to 4ft6in, and measure 25 meters in length. The water in the recreational pool is maintained at approximately 86 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Water Basketball/Volleyball Area:
  • The recreational area also offers a water basketball/volleyball area where patrons can have a wonderful time with their family members or friends. The area’s depth ranges from 3ft6in to 4ft6in.
  • Competitive Pool: Depth range (3ft6in – 13ft) ADA Access
  • Swimming Lanes:
  • The competitive pool sports 10 swimming lanes that range from 3ft6in to 13ft. The swimming lanes are 25 yards in length and the water temperature is maintained at 81 degrees Fahrenheit. The four lanes in the deep end of the competitive pool can be merged to allow access to our one-meter and three-meter diving boards (see question 4 for inquiries regarding the diving boards). Diving blocks can also be placed on some of the swimming lanes (ask the aquatic supervisor for availability upon your visit).

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The University of Texas at El Paso
Recreational Sports Department
Student Recreation Center
3450 Sun Bowl Dr, El Paso, TX
El Paso, Texas 79902

E: recsports@utep.edu
P: (915) 747-5103
F: (915) 747-5121